2008 Bentley Arnage vs. 2007 BMW 523
To start off, 2008 Bentley Arnage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 523 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Bentley Arnage (500 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2007 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2007 BMW 523. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 523. 2008 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Bentley Arnage | 2007 BMW 523 | |
| Make | Bentley | BMW |
| Model | Arnage | 523 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 70 L |
